What is MIME type "text/x-mumps"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

text/x-mumps is used to mark files that hold MUMPS source code.
It tells programs and editors that the file contains text-based MUMPS commands and logic.
Developers rely on it in environments where the MUMPS language drives both programming and integrated database operations.
Files with this MIME type typically use extensions like M and MUMPS.

Syntax highlighting in code editors
Legacy system support in critical healthcare and administrative software
Embedded database operations within specialized applications

The type is plain text, making it easy for basic text editors to display the code.
It helps tools check for errors and format the source correctly.
For more detailed technical information, visit IANA Registration.

Associated file extensions

.m, .mumps

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:


    Content-Type: text/x-mumps

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:


    <a href="file.dat" type="text/x-mumps">Download file</a>

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:


    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'text/x-mumps');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.m, .mumps

FAQ

What is a MIME type?

A MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) type is a standard that indicates the nature and format of a document, file, or assortment of bytes. MIME types are defined and standardized in IETF's RFC 6838.

MIME types are important because they help browsers and servers understand how to process a file. When a browser receives a file from a server, it uses the MIME type to determine how to display or handle the content, whether it's an image to display, a PDF to open in a viewer, or a video to play.

MIME types consist of a type and a subtype, separated by a slash (e.g., text/html, image/jpeg, application/pdf). Some MIME types also include optional parameters.

How do I find the MIME type for a file?

You can check the file extension or use a file identification tool such as file --mime-type on the command line. Many programming languages also provide libraries to detect MIME types.

Why are multiple MIME types listed for one extension?

Different applications and historical conventions may use alternative MIME identifiers for the same kind of file. Showing them all helps ensure compatibility across systems.